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Front Desk Volunteers Needed!

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ORGANIZATION: Cancer Bridges

  • 33 people are interested

Cancer Bridges supports those impacted by cancer through a variety of free programs and services. We provides a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who has been impacted by cancer. This includes those with a cancer diagnosis, those who have a loved one with cancer, or have experienced the loss of a loved one due to cancer. The diagnosed, family, friends, and caregivers who support them are welcome to join Cancer Bridges and receive the social, emotional, and informational tools they need.

Cancer Bridges is currently seeking volunteers to staff our front desk. Front desk volunteers greet members, assist them in getting to programs, answer the phone, and other duties around the building. Front desk volunteers are required to volunteer at least one shift per month (shifts can last 2-3 hours, per volunteer’s schedule). If you are interested in giving back to those who have been impacted by cancer, please reach out!

All Cancer Bridges volunteers must also provide PA State clearances and attend a volunteer orientation.

Cancer Bridges is located at 2816 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh PA 15222. We provide free parking to volunteers.

We are seeking volunteers for the following days/times:

  • Tuesdays, 12-5pm (2 nd, 4 th, and 5 th week)
  • Wednesdays, 12-2pm (2 nd and 4 th weeks)
  • Thursdays, 2-5pm (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th weeks)

Please note that we are currently not able to accommodate other times.

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About Cancer Bridges

Location:

2816 SMALLMAN STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15222, US

Mission Statement

Cancer Bridges supports those impacted by cancer through a variety of free programs and services.

Description

Cancer Bridges provides a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who has been impacted by cancer. This includes those with a cancer diagnosis, those who have a loved one with cancer, or have experienced the loss of a loved one due to cancer. All of our programs and activities are 100% free.

  • Clinical Support: members may meet with one of the mental health professional on staff for cancer focused, short term support
  • Support Groups: offered by licensed professionals focusing on emotional and educational topics. Groups feature various speakers and open discussion
  • Health & Wellness Workshops: such as Reiki, yoga, Zumba, mediation, and specialized health and wellness workshops
  • Creative Expressions: such as creative journaling, rock painting, and knitting
  • Education Lectures: a variety of topics related to the cancer experience, presented by experts in the field.
  • Social Activities: a way to connect to other members at Cancer Bridges.
  • Specialized Programs: a variety of cancer specific programs designed to meet the unique needs of our members
  • Family And Youth Program: unique programming to meet the needs of your family

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Community

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

2816 SMALLMAN STREETPITTSBURGH, PA 15222

(40.457603,-79.97576)
 

SKILLS

  • Office Reception
  • Administrative Support
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • People Skills
  • Verbal / Written Communication

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • at least one 2 to 3 hour shift per month
  • PA State clearances required, FBI clearance required only if you have not lived in PA for the last 10 years

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